Paris Colonial Exposition
The Paris Colonial Exhibition was a six-month colonial exhibition held in Paris, France, in 1931 that attempted to display the diverse cultures and immense resources of France's colonial possessions.
Inauguration of the Musée des colonies during the Exposition
The replica of the Cambodian temple at Angkor Wat
Booklet presenting the Portuguese contribution to the exposition
The Dutch colonial pavilion in the Exposition. This pavilion burned down in a fire on June 28, 1931, destroying some important collections.
A colonial exhibition was a type of international exhibition that was held to boost trade. During the 1880s and beyond, colonial exhibitions had the additional aim of bolstering popular support for the various colonial empires during the New Imperialism period, which included the scramble for Africa.
Counter-exposition to the 1931 Colonial Exhibition in Paris.
Overview of 1896 exhibition
Postcard from Brussels International
Postcard of the Palais d'expositions at Hanoi Exhibition